Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

forgivable

Adjective

/fərˈɡɪv.ə.bəl/

Definition

Able to be forgiven.

Examples

It was a forgivable mistake, and everyone moved on quickly.
His forgetfulness was seen as forgivable given the circumstances.
The team’s failure to meet the deadline was considered forgivable after their hard work earlier in the project.

Meaning

Forgivable refers to situations, actions, or mistakes that can be excused or pardoned. It implies that the fault or wrongdoing is not severe enough to warrant lasting resentment or punishment.